infer
//ɪnˈfɜːr//
Verb
inferInfinitive
inferPresent tense
inferredPast tense
inferredPast participle
inferringPresent participle
infersThird-person singular
1
To deduce or conclude information from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.
From his tone of voice, I inferred that he was not happy with the decision.
2
To hint at or suggest something indirectly.
She inferred that she might leave the company soon.